1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Maverick | SC |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |